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About the Role

Confidential Client is seeking an early-career engineer to support motorsports test cell automation at a technical center near Flowes Store, NC. This onsite, full-time role focuses on configuring and validating dynamometer and test-cell automation systems, scripting test sequences, performing data-quality checks, and supporting safe, repeatable testing. You will work alongside experienced test, instrumentation, calibration, controls, and software engineers and develop practical skills in test automation, instrumentation, and racing powertrain testing.

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What You’ll Do

• Support configuration, checkout, and calibration of test cell automation systems (PUMA, Indicom, ISAC, Testbed, or comparable platforms).
• Develop and modify test scripts and sequences using established templates and procedures.
• Assist with test cell integration, I/O validation, software parameter updates, and troubleshooting automation issues.
• Maintain configuration records, software parameters, test documentation, and change history for assigned systems.
• Perform data-quality checks, identify anomalies, document findings, and support corrective actions.
• Support sensor and instrumentation implementation, calibration, and signal validation in partnership with the Data Acquisition team.
• Assist with AVL combustion-system data acquisition and coordinate data integration with indicating and test engineers.
• Prepare test reports, plots, and basic analysis templates using Concerto, Indicom, or similar tools.
• Support dynamometer and full-vehicle test activities under the direction of experienced engineers.
• Follow established safety procedures for controls, alarms, interlocks, and emergency systems and communicate risks or abnormal conditions promptly.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Controls/Automation Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent technical education/experience).
• Entry-level professional experience or relevant internship, co-op, academic-project, or lab experience in controls, automation, test engineering, data acquisition, instrumentation, software, or motorsports.
• Foundational understanding of sensors, instrumentation, data acquisition, control systems, and test automation principles.
• Ability to apply established procedures, organize assigned work, troubleshoot routine issues, and make sound day-to-day decisions within defined guidelines.
• Clear written and verbal technical communication skills and ability to work within cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to safe work practices, data integrity, confidentiality, and company policies.

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Preferred Qualifications (Competitive Edge)

• Scripting/software skills (Python, MATLAB/Simulink, C#, VBScript, C, or similar).
• Exposure to real-time hardware and model-based environments (dSPACE, Concurrent, Testbed.CONNECT, Simulink, Modelica).
• Experience with electromechanical integration, actuators, wiring, and interpretation of electrical/system schematics.
• Familiarity with networking/protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, CAN, EtherCAT).
• Prior use of PUMA, Indicom, ISAC, Concerto, EMCON, AVL or comparable automation and analysis tools.
• Experience or coursework in dynamometer testing, engine/powertrain or vehicle testing, combustion analysis, or motorsports projects/competitions.
• Knowledge of test sequencing, software configuration management, and version-controlled documentation.
• Strong curiosity, eagerness to learn, and adaptability when troubleshooting unfamiliar systems.

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Location & Work Type

• Location: Flowes Store, NC (onsite). The selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.
• Relocation assistance: Available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
• Immigration sponsorship: Confidential Client does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you require employer sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $80,657 per year (estimated).
• Benefits: Confidential Client offers standard benefits and total rewards programs (health, retirement, paid time off, and other programs). Specific benefits and eligibility will be shared during the hiring process.

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Hiring Process & Accommodations

Candidates may be required to complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening where applicable. Confidential Client is committed to equal opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations in the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to apply or participate, notify the recruiting contact or Careertakes so arrangements can be made.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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